CAP Barbell “The Boss” Olympic Bar

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) I have been using the Olympic 7-Foot Barbell for the past three months, and I am incredibly pleased with its performance and quality. This barbell has become an integral part of my fitness routine, and here's why I believe it deserves a glowing review: Knurling: The knurling on this barbell is outstanding. It strikes the perfect balance between providing a secure grip without being overly aggressive. Whether I'm performing heavy deadlifts or precision snatches, the knurling ensures I have a confident hold on the bar throughout my lifts. It has truly enhanced my lifting experience and prevented any slips or discomfort during intense workouts. Weight: The weight of this Olympic barbell is spot on. At 7 feet long and standard weight, it feels substantial and substantial in my hands. The 20 kg (44 lbs) barbell provides the right amount of resistance for my strength training, and I appreciate the consistent weight distribution along the entire length of the bar. Build Quality: The build quality of this Olympic barbell is exceptional. It feels robust, durable, and capable of handling heavy loads without any sign of bending or warping. The sleeves spin smoothly, allowing for fluid movements during exercises like cleans and snatches. I have complete confidence in its durability, making it a reliable piece of equipment for my long-term fitness goals. Price: Considering the top-notch quality and performance of this Olympic barbell, the price is incredibly reasonable. While it may seem like a significant investment initially, the barbell's construction and long-lasting nature make it a valuable addition to any home or commercial gym. I believe it offers excellent value for the price paid. Versatility: This Olympic barbell's versatility is worth mentioning as well. It accommodates various weight plates, making it suitable for a wide range of exercises. Whether I'm doing squats, bench presses, deadlifts, or Olympic lifts, this barbell proves to be a reliable and versatile companion. Maintenance: After three months of regular use, the barbell's appearance and functionality have remained intact. Proper maintenance, such as wiping it down after use and storing it appropriately, has helped preserve its appearance and performance. In conclusion, the Olympic 7-Foot Barbell has exceeded my expectations in every aspect. The exceptional knurling, appropriate weight, impressive build quality, and reasonable price make it a top-tier product in the world of barbells. It has undoubtedly enhanced my strength training experience and allowed me to progress in my fitness journey. I highly recommend this barbell to fitness enthusiasts and athletes of all levels who are seeking a reliable and high-performance Olympic barbell for their workouts.

Amazing barbell for the price range; good knurling, smooth sleeve rotation, and overall great feel during heavy compound movements (squats, DLs, ohp, bench, rows). Overall I expect to use this bar for many years of lifting. Would definitely buy another one if the need arises.

This is awesome, exactly what I was looking for.

I want to start with the cons because there aren't many. Actually, I have only one so far. A few other reviewers have mentioned that the packaging is insufficient. I completely agree. I don't know what all happened during shipment but the packaging looked like it had been rolled over by a tank. On the plus side, the bar survived completely undamaged. (To be completely fair, I received a cambered squat bar and a 60-pound slam ball in the same condition.) Now for the pros. This is a solid, beefy bar. It feels exactly like the ones in the gym. The sleeves turn freely but don't spin on their own. I don't know how other reviewers got a 4-second spin. Mine don't turn a full revolution. BUT...they do turn quite well with weights. I used a heavy band and a 45# plate to do some wrist rollers, and the sleeve was very smooth. The knurling is exactly right for me, just a little on the too rough side. It makes the bar very easy to grip. I don't use straps or chalk and the grip is amazing. I like the fact that it isn't knurled in the center. I didn't get a "squat rash" on the back of my neck. I don't usually pay much attention to how things look as long as they work. And appearances should be the last thing you care about when buying an Olympic bar but I have to admit that the black anodized center and the polished steel sleeves give it a garage gym vibe. "The Beast" is a great name for it. I haven't had any problems with metal splinters but it's only the first day. I'll write another review if anything changes. So far, I am very happy with the purchase.

Solid bar for the price. Knurling is great. Love that it is black steel.

Muy contento

This bar has lived up to my expectations perfectly so far. I have only had it for a week or so as the UPS shipping was incredibly slow but customer service was very helpful to deal with. The bars grooved sleeves seem as though they would wear most plates down or be worn down themselves after enough usage as my weights seem to grate along when being loaded. The bar has amazing knurling that provides a great grip and the bar appeared just as shown. The snap rings on the end are a huge upgrade from most box store hex bolt bars as they will not need to be re-tightened after use. This bar is perfect for beginners as it has a large weight capacity that cannot possibly be reached by anyone new to weightlifting and I can see this bar lasting a very long time. My bar came with a slight chip on the end and I would recommend looking it over if you decide to purchase this. Edit: wrote this in 2016 and it’s now 2021. Bar is still going strong! Very slight bit of rust starting to show through but I live in a very humid place. Be sure to read more recent reviews to see if quality has changed but I can still see mine lasting years to come. My bar definitely doesn’t do this shaving thing that other people are apparently seeing so either theirs are defective, they’re incredibly rough when putting on plates (just lift them up slightly so they don’t grate, boom easy fix) or the material has changed. This was the best buy I could have made at the time! Was somewhere around $160-180 at the time, well worth it but the price is beginning to rise enough to compare to other products. May still be worthwhile but make sure to keep your eyes open

Pretty Good barbell, hasn't warped from Deadlifting. Solid bar. Pretty happy with it so far.

Buena barra practicamos powerlifting unos nuestros mejores competidores la probó con 280 kgs en Sentadilla, 200 kgs press de banco. en peso muerto 300 kgs, sus medidas de agarre son oficiales para competencia, el único detalle es mejorar moleteado